Contextualizing Period 7
So, what's the big picture here? Period 7 is essentially the fallout from the Gilded Age, which we c
The Progressive Era
Alright, so those Gilded Age problems? People got fed up! The Progressive Era, roughly 1890-1920, is
America as a World Power
While fixing things at home, America also decided it was time to play on the global stage. We're tal
World War I: Military and Diplomacy
So, Europe descends into the horrors of World War I in 1914, and America tries to stay neutral. Pres
World War I: Homefront
War isn't just fought overseas, it changes EVERYTHING at home! The U.S. government mobilized like cr
The 1920s: Cultural and Political Controversies
After the war, America wanted to return to 'normalcy,' but things were anything but normal! The 1920
The 1920s: Innovations in Culture and Technology
Okay, but the 'Roaring' part was real too! This was a period of unprecedented technological innovati
The Great Depression
That party couldn't last forever. BAM! The Stock Market Crash of October 1929 – 'Black Tuesday' – wa